Santa Barbara Jazz Society

Deriving its name from the venerable music venue located in the heart of New Orleans’ French Quarter, Preservation Hall Jazz Band embodies a joyful, timeless spirit that is steeped in tradition. Under the auspices of director Ben Jaffe, the son of founders Allan and Sandra, PHJB commands a deep reverence and consciousness as the internationally recognized torchbearer of an enduring genre. Whether performing at Carnegie Hall or for the King of Thailand, its mission is to nurture and perpetuate the art form of New Orleans Jazz as “the past and promise of American music” (Rolling Stone).

Available on the Big Easy: Music of New Orleans Series.
Free with series tickets: Santa Barbara premiere screening of Live at Preservation Hall: Louisiana Fairytale (Jan 18, 2012).

Santa Barbara Jazz Society Presents

Sunday, February 12, 2012

SOhO

1221 State St # 205

Santa Barbara, CA 93101-2656

A special Valentine's Day concert featuring vocalist Gina Eckstine. (yes, Billy Eckstine's daughter) with Kim Colllins on bass and vocals, Debbie Denke on Piano and James Antunez on drums and vocals.

February 24, 2012
Regina Carter Quintet
Lobero Theater
33 E Canon Perdido Street
Santa Barbara, CA

From the varied schools of classical music conservatories and R&B, this inventive violinist explores new territories as she blends world influences into the vocabulary of straight ahead jazz. Her sophisticated technique and lush tone took the jazz world by surprise; and through her albums, incessant touring and various guest appearances and collaborations, Regina has developed into a distinctly diverse musical personality. She has toured throughout the world, was the first jazz artist and African-American to play Niccolo Paganini's famed Guarneri "Cannon" violin, has been featured with several symphony orchestras and performed with artists as diverse as Aretha Franklin, Lauryn Hill, Billy Joel, Kenny Barron and Mary J. Blige.

Santa Barbara Jazz Society Presents

Sunday, March 4, 2012

SOhO

1221 State St # 205

Santa Barbara,CA 93101-2656

Kristin Korb Quartet

March 23, 2012
Tierney Sutton, Hubert Laws and Larry Koonse
Lobero Theater
33 E Canon Perdido Street
Santa Barbara, CA

This charming and unexpected trio features Sutton’s lush vocals with DownBeat’s “flutist of the year,” Hubert Laws, and stellar guitar by Larry Koonse. The combined talent of Sutton, Laws and Koonse represents one of the most creative forces in jazz today, as they explore the interplay between of jazz and chamber music. The inherent intimacy of their blend should make for an unforgettable evening of sonic exploration. Tierney Sutton normally travels with her own stellar band, but this collaboration is one of the most touted trios in jazz today.

The Soul Queen of New Orleans

“The New Orleans Soul Princess [puts] the grand in grand dame.” People

One of America’s most distinctive and classic singers, Irma Thomas is a treasure from the golden age of soul music. From her 1960s hit “Time Is on My Side,” (later covered by the Rolling Stones), to her 2006 Grammy-winning album After the Rain, the “Crescent City’s long reigning queen of soul” (Rolling Stone) remains as compelling and powerful as ever. Thomas is featured on the wildly popular HBO original series and 2011 Grammy-nominated soundtrack Treme, and recently garnered a host of critical acclaim for the albums Simply Grand and her own 50th anniversary celebration compilation The Soul Queen of New Orleans.

April 18, 2012
Charles Lloyd and Maria Farantouri present Amarando featuring Jason Moran, Reuben Rogers, Eric Harland and Socratis Sinopoulos
Lobero Theater
33 E Canon Perdido Street
Santa Barbara, CA

American jazz icon, Charles Lloyd, and the doyenne of Greek song, Maria Farantouri, join forces and spirits to create a bridge of sound spanning third century Byzantine prayers to Lloyd's own 21st century compositions in the Western premiere of Amarando. Lloyd's New Quartet features Jason Moran on piano, Reuben Rogers on bass, Eric Harland on drums, and Socrates Sinopoulos on traditional Greek lyra, in an all new arrangement which beautifully underscores Farantouri’s haunting voice. This highly-anticipated collaboration is a highlight of the international 2011/2012 concert season.